Channel Island residents warned of 'severe winds' ahead of Storm Darragh

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Saturday 7 December will see winds at their strongest, with an increased risk of falling trees and debris on the roads. Credit: Tracey Atkinson

Channel Island residents have been warned to prepare for up to 75mph winds across the Bailiwicks this weekend.

Storm Darragh is expected to bring severe gale-force 8 winds starting Friday 6 December.

Jersey Met and Jersey's Emergency Planning team say winds are expected to notably increase from Friday and into Saturday.

Saturday afternoon will see winds at their strongest, with an increased risk of falling trees and debris on the roads.

Guernsey airline Aurigny has offered customers booked on flights for travel on Saturday and Sunday free-of-charge moves to alternative flights within seven days of the original scheduled departure.

Sudeep Ghai, Chief Commercial Officer, said: "We are firmly focused on our duty of getting everyone where they need to be, and we plan to operate all flights where weather conditions permit us to operate safely."

Islanders are urged to only travel if necessary, to keep away from coastal areas, and to avoid any unnecessary danger.

Jersey's government is also urging islanders to keep personal property inside or tied down.

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